English 4: 3/18,19/10

1. Begin with class discussion about why we read books from the student perspective. Create PowerPoint of student list during discussion and show on the projector. Push students to develop their ideas as thoroughly as possible. Show other classes' lists.
2. Show students the Excel list of book class sets. Give them time to review the list.
3. Discuss class set or individual choices for independent reading. Have students choose by class vote.
4. Next, discuss class requirements for their reading choice and personal accountability. Create a list of assignments or we-will-do items. Create and define class independent reading plan.
5. Talk about the primary drives for the class this grading period: A. Literature book unit; B. Independent reading; C. Writing process; D. Editing
6. Students are given the choice of writing assignments from Units 4, 5, or 6. They are required to go through the entire process of the 4 D's and as described in the writing workshop they choose. We will have workshop times to help students with their projects. All are advised to get started soon and get the job done and behind them instead of waiting to the last minute.